Erick Gabriel

Erick Gabriel is an L.A. native with a background in journalism & communication. Passionate about storytelling and a lover of pop culture, his work has been featured in Flaunt Magazine, E! News, and NPR’s KCBX.
After More Than 20 Years, This Iconic Gay Bar In Montebello Is Closing
Spaces like Chico gave nearby East L.A. LGBTQIA+ residents a sense of community they often don’t find elsewhere on the Eastside.
September 3, 2026
